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Decorah, IA

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Population
7,417
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
873 ft
Median Home Value
$244,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$853/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$64,366
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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Decorah in context.

OverallBest places in IowaPopulation rankingHighest population places in IowaNearest larger communityLa Crosse, Wisconsin46 miles away · 50,784 residents.

About Decorah

Decorah is the largest city and the county seat of Winneshiek County, Iowa, situated along the Upper Iowa River. Public education is served by the Decorah Community School District. The local scoop is how its surrounding map shapes the place today.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingSmall Town FitA+99.1rating

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